Think deserts are barren, dry, lifeless land? Think again! A healthy desert ecosystem is teeming with life and Coronado National Forest is a prime example of this. Located in southern Arizona Read more...

Think deserts are barren, dry, lifeless land? Think again! A healthy desert ecosystem is teeming with life and Coronado National Forest is a prime example of this. Located in southern Arizona around the city of Tucson, this wonderland has recreation galore, other worldly plantlife and exotic animals like bobcats, gila monsters, coatimundis and—surprise, it has water too!

Sabino Canyon is a popular spot to take in this amazingness, with Sabino Creek flowing almost year round. Mt. Lemmon rises up over 9,000 feet above the desert where there is snow and even skiing in the winter. There are also multiple pristine wilderness areas with canyons, peaks, and drastic elevation changes offering pretty much every type of activity you can dream of. Remember, this is a desert with extreme heat, extreme cold, poisonous creatures, and flash floods among the challenges. Plan ahead, check the weather, and then get ready for some serious radness!